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Starting a successful business requires more than a great idea, conviction and ceaseless energy to make it happen. A solid plan and the ability to act on it are equally important.

In this webinar, presented in partnership with Staples, the experts at SCORE share startup success secrets, including ways to refine your business idea – and then turn your "concept" into a viable business. These same principles apply for early stage businesses which are ready to break out!

Join SCORE mentors Steve Bloom and Julie Brander as they discuss the pathway for a smart start to your business.

Staples makes it easy to make more happen with the products, services and tools small businesses need to succeed. With educational resources like our monthly webinar series in partnership with SCORE and our Staples Business Hub that’s filled with the valuable content for small business owners, Staples has everything you need to grow and manage your business.

About the Presenter(s)

Steve Bloom started several business ventures in mortgage banking, real estate development and management, importing and business consulting. He has invested in several startups and has been retained by owners to assist in “turning around” businesses.

Julie Brander Neiman is a highly regarded business expert and advocate for entrepreneurial business. She has her MBA and has been an Adjunct Professor of business with 20 years of starting and owning her own jewelry wholesale, manufacturing, retail, and nonprofit business. Her common sense approach has helped thousands of businesses realize that owning a business is feasible.